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Michael has been offering weekly case studies with coaching and other teachings on the Private Student Forum. The East West Course is unique in that it teaches traditional TCM pattern diagnostic methods applied to a variety of different diseases.

It is necessary for dedicated practitioners, graduates and students of all levels to regularly, yeh, 'religiously' study and practice the ability to diagnose using the Four Diagnostic methods. They must then become proficient in writing out a pattern diagnosis, Treatment Principle and selecting a representative herbal formula with appropriate modifications based on the individual symptoms of the patient.

One can learn the basic material from printed material such as the course or Chinese Traditional Herbal Medicine, but it is virtually impossible for a student to learn how to apply what they have learned without guidance and coaching.

Fortunately the internet makes it possible for this to occur. Michael's case study is in addition to Susan Kramer's live case studies chat. This is the most powerful way to remain on track and connected to your studies. Students who are interested in becoming a professional member of the AHG will have to demonstrate proficiency in this skill.

It is also a great way for advanced and graduates to continue to grow and sharpen their skills.

TCM Pattern diagnosis is not easy but if you like mystery games and enjoy thinking of yourself as a bit of a Sherlock Holmes or whatever the feminine of that would be, avail yourself of this important part of your East West Course studies.

Upcoming schedule

Mark your 2008 calendars: Our annual East West Herbal Seminar held in the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains at the Quaker Retreat Center in Ben Lomond, California. April 25th to May 2nd, 2008. Now accepting registrations for the Herbal Seminar (4/25 to 5/2/08), the Practioner seminar (4/26 & 4/27/08) and the Body Therapy Seminar (5/2 to 5/5/08). See our seminar page for full details and registration information.

October 2008: American Herbalist Guild Symposium in Washington. Details coming soon.